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Exploring Housing Options: Building vs. Buying, and Other Life Updates

I鈥檓 still in the process of finding a new house within my hometown. We haven鈥檛 had much luck with our offers so far, so we鈥檙e considering building a house instead. We鈥檝e talked to a company called UBuild It, but we鈥檙e still undecided about whether to go that route or just buy a house outright. We鈥檙e weighing our options and trying to figure out what鈥檚 best for us. Work has been a bit of a mixed bag lately....

July 22, 2024 路 2 min 路 367 words 路 Chris Allen

may 2024 update

Last month was truly eventful! It kicked off with the heartwarming celebration of Mother鈥檚 Day, a time to honor the incredible women in our lives. Shortly after, my partner and I joyfully commemorated our 9th anniversary, reminiscing about the journey we鈥檝e shared together over the years. In the midst of these personal milestones, I found myself diligently balancing the demands of my 9-to-5 job, navigating through daily tasks and responsibilities. However, amidst the hustle and bustle, I made a conscious decision to prioritize my well-being by embarking on a new stretching exercise routine....

May 17, 2024 路 2 min 路 324 words 路 Chris Allen

Juggling House Hunting, Health Challenges, and a New Church Routine: My Recent Journey

Introduction The past few months have been incredibly hectic for me. Between house hunting, preparing my current home for sale, managing health issues, and working diligently, life has been a whirlwind. On top of all that, I鈥檝e also started taking a daily commute to my church. In this post, I鈥檒l share my experiences and what I鈥檝e learned along the way. Searching for a New House The Home Buying Process Finding a new house can be both exciting and overwhelming....

March 12, 2024 路 2 min 路 327 words 路 Chris Allen

Navigating Life, Work, and Tech: Health Journey, Home Search, and IT Setup Insights

Life & Working I am currently motivated to embark on a weight loss journey due to some health concerns I am facing. My wife and I are exploring the possibility of moving soon, with the hope of finding the perfect home. I am currently engaged in a 40-hour IT support position in my local area. While the job can be stressful at times, I find satisfaction in the work, and I am fortunate to have a positive relationship with most of my colleagues....

January 20, 2024 路 2 min 路 309 words 路 Chris Allen

Navigating Family Health and Work Demands: A Personal Update

Life Updates: Balancing Work, Family, and Personal Life Introduction It鈥檚 been a while since my last update, and I wanted to share what鈥檚 been going on in my life recently. From family health issues to the demands of a full-time job, life has been incredibly busy. Here鈥檚 a glimpse into what has been happening and how I鈥檝e been managing everything. Family Health Concerns In recent months, my family has faced some significant health challenges....

October 28, 2023 路 2 min 路 325 words 路 Chris Allen